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Installation Guide
Heating cables in concrete
Concrete >3 cm
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Table of contents
1 Introduction 2
1.1 Safety Instructions 2
1.2 Installation guidelines 4
2 Installation step by step 5
2.1 Calculating C-C distance for heating cables
5 2.2 Planning the installation 5 2.3 Preparing the installation area 6
3 Installing elements 6
3.1 Installing heating elements 8
3.2 Sensor Installation 8
4 Indoor applications 9
4.1 Floor heating in concrete floors (> 3 cm) 9
5 Optional settings |
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1 Introduction
In this installation manual, the word “element” refers to both heating cables and heating mats.
If the words “heating cable” or “heating mat” are used, the instruction in question applies only to this type of element.
All dimensioning, product selection, installation and commissioning of any given application are the responsibility of an authorized installer.
Any application using heating elements or thermostats purchased by end user must be approved by an authorized electrician prior to commissioning.
•Including type, size, installation and connection of the heating element.
•Including type, size, connection and settings of the thermostat controlling the heating element.
•Children shall not play with the heating element.
•This heating element can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved.
•Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.
The intended use of the heating elements covered by this installation manual is floor heating, only.
•According to IEC 60335 the mats may not be installed in a metallic floor or storage heating application.
•Mats shall be fully embedded in at least 5 mm concrete, screed, tile adhesive or similar. incl. tiles
1.1Safety Instructions
Never cut or shorten the heating element
•Cutting the heating element will void the warranty.
•Cold leads can be shortened to suit requirements.
Elements must always be installed according to local building regulations and wiring rules as well as the guidelines in this installation manual.
•Any other installation may hamper element functionality or constitute a safety risk, and will void the warranty.
Elements must always be connected by an authorised electrician using a fixed connection.
•De-energize all power circuits before installation and service.
•Each heating element screen must be earthed in accordance with local electricity regulations and connected to a residual current device (RCD).
•RCD trip rating is max. 30 mA.
•Heating elements must be connected via a switch providing all pole disconnection.
•The element must be equipped with a correctly sized fuse or circuit breaker according to local regulations.
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6.All-pole switch
7.Fuse
The presence of a heating mat must
•be made evident by affixing caution signs or markings at the power connection fittings and/ or frequently along the circuit line where clearly visible
•be stated in any electrical documentation following the installation.
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